Mt. Olive Christian School

15349 Highway 9 Athens, LA 71003
theoliveschool.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,426
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked LA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,426
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Mt. Olive Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing students for a life of purpose & significance in a technological world through a Christian education.

Student Body

Total Students
160 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
14 students
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Jeans, Khaki Pants, Red, White, or Navy shirt
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology IICalculus
ChemistryPhysics

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Can be paid in full or using several payment options through a "smart tuition" program.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Nathan Jump
Admissions Associate
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
4 HAHEC hospital program
Beta Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesChoir
Fine Arts programViolin Lessons

School Notes

  • Mt. Olive Christian School is a non-discriminatory institute that specializes in a HIGH STANDARD of education that is CHRIST CENTERED. Our focus is prepare our students to meet the world in two ways: First of all by making sure that all students come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
  • And that all students, through academic achievement, have the skills, knowledge, and wisdom to be more prepared for higher education than their peers from other institutions.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mt. Olive Christian School cost?
Mt. Olive Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,426 for private students.
What schools are Mt. Olive Christian School often compared to?
Mt. Olive Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Claiborne Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mt. Olive Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Mt. Olive Christian School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
Does Mt. Olive Christian School offer a summer program?
Yes, Mt. Olive Christian School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Mt. Olive Christian School offer?
Mt. Olive Christian School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball and Weightlifting.
What is Mt. Olive Christian School's ranking?
Mt. Olive Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Mt. Olive Christian School?
The application deadline for Mt. Olive Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Mt. Olive was the greatest gift educationally that my parents could have given me. Not only did it prepare my thoroughly for college, it also brought into a relationship with Christ, something that I had never been able to achieve before.
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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Louisiana is $8,360 for elementary schools and $9,184 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Louisiana is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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